Architectural Technician (FAC) - Permanent Job at Elk Island Public Schools
Elk Island Public Schools (EIPS) is one of the largest school divisions in Alberta, serving the educational needs of approximately 17,500 students in 43 schools. Every day, the staff and students of EIPS are encouraged to pursue opportunities to grow and discover their passions in life. The Division prides itself on providing staff and students with the tools to achieve success by offering dynamic programming, up-to-date resources and practical professional learning opportunities.
Elk lsland Public Schools Central Administration building is located in Sherwood Park, at 683 Wye Road. Providing services for the division, Central administration is comprised of eight departments, in addition to the Board of Trustees. The departments include: Education Executive, Communication Services, Facility Services, Student Transportation, Human Resources, Financial Services, Supports for Students, and Information Technologies.
EIPS i s recruiting a permanent full-time Architectural Technologist with our Facility Services department.
Commencing January 9, 2023
37.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday, 7.5 hours per day)
EIPS offers a comprehensive benefits package for permanent employees
Open to Internal and External Applicants
FUNCTION AND PURPOSE
This is a technical planning position that involves the collection, analysis, and reporting of technical information. The Architectural Technician will primarily be responsible for supporting the collection of data and the maintenance of processes to ensure the accuracy of the Division’s floor plans. Reporting to the Division Planner the successful candidate will develop standards, monitor facility condition information and work collaboratively with all areas of Facility Services and school principals to maintain accurate records of school buildings. The position will work with project managers and consultants to develop architectural drawings and carry out tasks in support of Division objectives. This position will also provide data analysis and input where required to update facility records and support strategic planning.
Other duties include: utilization monitoring, inventorying and reporting of facility space, as well as preparing presentation materials to be used in meetings with central departments, schools and the community. Also includes liaising with outside agencies, government officials and municipal partners.
To succeed in this role, you will be detail orientated, self-motivated and capable of managing multiple ongoing projects while working independently and as part of the Facility Services team.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Manage the facility floor plans and other architectural drawings for the Division’s 43 schools.
Develop department standards around school-initiated requests including project scope development and implementation plans.
Design and implement department standards around division floor plans and small-scale drawings.
Lead the incorporation of school building floor plans with other spatial data related to District land assets and planned sites.
Collaborate with administration, schools and external consultants as required to ensure comprehensive data collection and entry.
Collaborate with consultants to ensure drawings achieve Division standards.
Carry out concept drawings in support of internal projects in collaboration with Project Managers.
Conduct annual reporting to Alberta Education and Alberta Infrastructure on District-wide utilization, gross area and tenant lease calculations.
Support Facility Services in developing various strategic planning documents including the Three-Year Capital Plan, Ten-Year Facilities Plan, Three to Five Year IMR plan and other documents as they arise.
Respond to requests for information from schools and central departments including Finance, OH&S and Information Technologies.
Communicate effectively by developing written reports and presentation materials.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience
High school + 2 years’ post-secondary diploma (Architectural Technician or Architectural Technologist - preferred).
1-3 years of experience with AutoCAD Software is required.
Experience with BIM systems and space planning.
Ability to interpret civil, structural, electrical, and mechanical drawings.
Well-versed and experienced in Microsoft Office specifically Microsoft Excel.
Knowledge of the Alberta Building Code is considered an asset.
Alberta school board experience is an asset.
Experience in GIS (ESRI and QGIS) is considered an asset.
Requirements
Must have a valid class 5 driver’s license.
Must be able to pass a criminal record check including a vulnerable sector check.
For further information, contact Robert Derech, Assistant Director, at 780-417-8131 or email robert.derech@eips.ca.
Only online applications will be accepted.
Elk Island Public Schools appreciates and considers all applications; however, we only contact candidates who are selected for interviews.
“If you require assistance with the application system, please call Apply to Education at 1-877-900-5627 or email info@applytoeducation.com.”
Please Note :
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Elk lsland Public Schools Central Administration building is located in Sherwood Park, at 683 Wye Road. Providing services for the division, Central administration is comprised of eight departments, in addition to the Board of Trustees. The departments include: Education Executive, Communication Services, Facility Services, Student Transportation, Human Resources, Financial Services, Supports for Students, and Information Technologies.
EIPS i s recruiting a permanent full-time Architectural Technologist with our Facility Services department.
Commencing January 9, 2023
37.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday, 7.5 hours per day)
EIPS offers a comprehensive benefits package for permanent employees
Open to Internal and External Applicants
FUNCTION AND PURPOSE
This is a technical planning position that involves the collection, analysis, and reporting of technical information. The Architectural Technician will primarily be responsible for supporting the collection of data and the maintenance of processes to ensure the accuracy of the Division’s floor plans. Reporting to the Division Planner the successful candidate will develop standards, monitor facility condition information and work collaboratively with all areas of Facility Services and school principals to maintain accurate records of school buildings. The position will work with project managers and consultants to develop architectural drawings and carry out tasks in support of Division objectives. This position will also provide data analysis and input where required to update facility records and support strategic planning.
Other duties include: utilization monitoring, inventorying and reporting of facility space, as well as preparing presentation materials to be used in meetings with central departments, schools and the community. Also includes liaising with outside agencies, government officials and municipal partners.
To succeed in this role, you will be detail orientated, self-motivated and capable of managing multiple ongoing projects while working independently and as part of the Facility Services team.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Manage the facility floor plans and other architectural drawings for the Division’s 43 schools.
Develop department standards around school-initiated requests including project scope development and implementation plans.
Design and implement department standards around division floor plans and small-scale drawings.
Lead the incorporation of school building floor plans with other spatial data related to District land assets and planned sites.
Collaborate with administration, schools and external consultants as required to ensure comprehensive data collection and entry.
Collaborate with consultants to ensure drawings achieve Division standards.
Carry out concept drawings in support of internal projects in collaboration with Project Managers.
Conduct annual reporting to Alberta Education and Alberta Infrastructure on District-wide utilization, gross area and tenant lease calculations.
Support Facility Services in developing various strategic planning documents including the Three-Year Capital Plan, Ten-Year Facilities Plan, Three to Five Year IMR plan and other documents as they arise.
Respond to requests for information from schools and central departments including Finance, OH&S and Information Technologies.
Communicate effectively by developing written reports and presentation materials.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience
High school + 2 years’ post-secondary diploma (Architectural Technician or Architectural Technologist - preferred).
1-3 years of experience with AutoCAD Software is required.
Experience with BIM systems and space planning.
Ability to interpret civil, structural, electrical, and mechanical drawings.
Well-versed and experienced in Microsoft Office specifically Microsoft Excel.
Knowledge of the Alberta Building Code is considered an asset.
Alberta school board experience is an asset.
Experience in GIS (ESRI and QGIS) is considered an asset.
Requirements
Must have a valid class 5 driver’s license.
Must be able to pass a criminal record check including a vulnerable sector check.
For further information, contact Robert Derech, Assistant Director, at 780-417-8131 or email robert.derech@eips.ca.
Only online applications will be accepted.
Elk Island Public Schools appreciates and considers all applications; however, we only contact candidates who are selected for interviews.
“If you require assistance with the application system, please call Apply to Education at 1-877-900-5627 or email info@applytoeducation.com.”
Please Note :
nvalabs.org is the go-to platform for job seekers looking for the best job postings from around the web. With a focus on quality, the platform guarantees that all job postings are from reliable sources and are up-to-date. It also offers a variety of tools to help users find the perfect job for them, such as searching by location and filtering by industry. Furthermore, nvalabs.org provides helpful resources like resume tips and career advice to give job seekers an edge in their search. With its commitment to quality and user-friendliness, Site.com is the ideal place to find your next job.